Information Clause – Article 13 GDPR
In accordance with Article 13(1) and (2) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of April 27, 2016, we inform you that:

1. Data Controller
The administrator of your personal data (Data Controller) is StoriesfromPoland.com, operated by Sedno Ewa Konopko, located in Ul. Działyńskiego 1B/25, 80-041 Gdańsk, Poland. Contact regarding personal data protection is possible via email at ewa@storiesfrompoland.com.

2. Purpose of Data Processing
Your personal data, provided personally, via phone, mail, or email, is collected, processed, and stored for the purpose of communication, correspondence, and the provision of genealogical research services or any other services agreed upon with you.

3. Legal Basis for Processing
The processing of your personal data is based on:

• Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
• The necessity of data processing for the performance of a contract or pre-contractual measures (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR)
• Compliance with legal obligations under Polish and European Union law (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR)

4. Voluntary Data Submission
Providing your personal data is voluntary; however, failure to do so may prevent us from fulfilling the requested services.

5. Retention Period
Your personal data will be processed for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or until the legal obligations related to data retention expire.

6. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction, deletion, or restriction of processing
• Object to data processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw your consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing before its withdrawal
• File a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority (in Poland: President of the Personal Data Protection Office)

7. Data Processing Methods
Your data is not processed in an automated manner, including profiling.

8. Third-Party Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties unless required by law or necessary for the execution of our services (e.g., collaboration with archival institutions or legal professionals). In such cases, data processing agreements ensure compliance with GDPR.

9. Cookies and Website Analytics
This website uses cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in our [Cookie Policy].

10. Contact
If you have any questions regarding data protection, you can contact us at:

Email: ewa@storiesfrompoland.com

Address: 

storiesfrompoland.com
Sedno Ewa Konopko
Ul. Działyńskiego 1B/25
80-041 Gdańsk / Poland